What are the responsibilities and job description for the Endodontic Dental Assistant position at VCU Dental Care?
Dental Assistant
Chief Purpose of this Position
The Dental Assistant supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment rooms, patient, instruments and materials, passing instruments and materials, performing procedures in compliance with the dental clinic and/or task delegated by the treated dentist or attending faculty dentist.
Knowledge, skills and abilities required
- Knowledge of dental procedures, dental self-care, utilization of materials, instruments and equipment is required.
- Knowledge of standard infection control protocols.
- Knowledge of daily preventative maintenance of dental instruments, equipment and accessories.
- Knowledge of techniques used in dental radiography in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Advanced knowledge of restorative implant systems.
- Knowledge of dental office administrative procedures and principles of dental office record keeping.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and superior customer service skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Ability to consistently deliver high level of customer service.
- Education level and experience required:
- Minimum two years of experience in a dental office.
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- X-Ray Certification required.
- CPR certification preferred.
- CDA Certification preferred.
Brief Summary of Benefits: Health and Group Life Insurance, Vision, Dental Insurance and Dental Discounts, Flexible Spending Participation, and Paid Holidays. After completion of 90 days, you are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave. After completion of 6 months, you are eligible for a 401k contribution and match. Professional Development/Tuition Assistance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance as well as Profit Sharing Plan.
Background checks required.
EEO Statement: VCU Dental Care is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, and/or age.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Bereavement leave
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Profit sharing
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
- Dental assisting: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- X-Ray Certification (Preferred)
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $22
